low oil pressure HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 2006 Owner's Manual (in English)

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
59
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATORCHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN
INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.63) (P.63)
(P.61) (P.61)
(P.62)
(P.62) (P.61)(P.60)(P.63)
(P.61) (P.60)
(P.62)
(P.62)
(P.63)
(P.62)
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LIGHTS
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P. 64)
(P. 64)
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U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display. Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page . Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
153 154
196 198
210 200
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance,
replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and
systems may be done by any
automotive repair establishment
or individual using parts that are
‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards. Owner’s Maintenance Checks
186
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .218
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Changing a Flat Tire .219
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If the Engine Won’t Start .223
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Jump Starting .225
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If the Engine Overheats .226
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .229
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Charging System Indicator .229
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .230
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Brake System Indicator .231
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Fuses .232
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Fuse Locations .235
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Emergency Towing .237
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
217
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page). Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action. If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
1.
2.
3.
4. 153
191
237
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
229
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
243
Air Conditioning Fuses
Alignment
Battery Tires
Lights
HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) SP-10
12 V 60 W (HB3)
7°24’1°30’0°
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
P195/65R15 89H 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V
8W 5W
21 W
3CP
21 W 21/5 W 21 W 21/5 W
12 V 51 W (HB4)
12 V 2 CP
12 V 8 W
12 V 5 W
Capacity 12 V P205/55R16 89H
Size
Pressure
12 V 45 AH/20 HR 36 AH/5 HR T125/70D15 95M
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
See page 236 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 235 or the fuse box
cover.
Headlights
Front turn signal/side marker/
Parking lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Rear side marker lights
Back-up lights
Taillights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light High
Low
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
1: LX,EX 1:
2: LX,EXFront/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
DX, Canadian DX-G
1 1
2
1
2
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CONT INUED
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Economy, Fuel .154
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Emergencies on the Road .217
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Battery, Jump Starting .225
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Brake System Indicator .231
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Changing a Flat Tire .219
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Charging System Indicator .229
..................
Checking the Fuses .232
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .229
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .230
..................
Overheated Engine .226 ...........................
Emergency Brake .97
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Emergency Flashers .72
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Emergency Towing .237
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Emergency Trunk Opener .84
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Emissions Controls .248
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Emissions Testing, State .250
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .66
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Engine Speed Limiter .165,168
Malf unction Indicator
......................................
Lamp .230
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Oil Pressure Indicator .64,229
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Oil, What Kind to Use .191
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Overheating .226
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Specif ications .242
.......................................
Starting .163
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Ethanol in Gasoline .150
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .247
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Exhaust Fumes .53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by .18
Doors
.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .79
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Auto Door Locking .79
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Auto Door Unlocking .81
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Locking and Unlocking .78
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Power Door Locks .78
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .244
Downshif ting, Manual
.............................
Transmission .164
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Driver and Passenger Safety .7
...........................................
Driving .161
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Economy .154
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Dust and Pollen Filter .206
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Fan, Interior .102
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Features .101....................
Filling the Fuel Tank .151
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen .206
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Oil .192
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level .197
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Shif ting the .164
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .72
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Flat Tire, Changing a .219
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission .196
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Brake .198
.........................................
Clutch .198
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Locations .190
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Manual Transmission .197
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Power Steering .199
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Windshield Washer .195
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .139
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Folding Rear Seat .90
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Four-way Flashers .72
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Front Airbags .11,26
Index
F
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Keys .74
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Label, Certif ication .240
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Lane Change, Signaling . 71
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 16,21
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LATCH Anchor System . 44
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .200
.......................................
Indicator .59
.........................................
Parking .60
..................................
Turn Signal .62
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Load Limit .158
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 77
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 77
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Fuel Fill Door .151
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Power Door .78
...........................................
Trunk .84
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Low Coolant Level .154
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Low Fuel Indicator .63
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Lower Anchors .44
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 164 ...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,229
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 242
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Maintenance .179
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Minder .181-187
.........................
Minder Indicator .63
...
Owner Maintenance Checks . 186
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Record .188-189
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Saf ety .180
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 230
...................
Manual Transmission . 164
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 197
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Meters, Gauges .65
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Methanol in Gasoline . 150
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Mirrors, Adjusting .96
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Moonroof .94
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MP 3/WMA . 113,126,130
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Neutral Gear Position . 167
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New Vehicle Break-in . 150
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Normal Shif t Speeds .165
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 240
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 150
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Odometer .65
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Odometer, Trip .66
Oil ........................
Change, How to .192
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Change, When to .181
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Checking Engine .153
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Pressure Indicator . 64,229
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Selecting Proper Viscosity . 191
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 77
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .247
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Outside Mirrors .96
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 67
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Overheating, Engine .226
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 186
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Oxygenated Fuels .150
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